Easy Oreo Brownie Cheesecake

This brownie-bottom Oreo cheesecake is deceptively simple to make. It looks bakery-level, but it's really beginner-friendly. It's perfect for birthdays, holidays, or anytime you need a crowd-pleasing dessert.

The brownie base is rich but not overly thick, the cheesecake layer is silky with a fresh tang from Greek yogurt, and the Oreos? They make everything so much better!

Love cheesecake? Try my No-bake Chocolate Cheesecake, my Classic New York-style cheesecake, or my Easy No-bake Biscoff Cheesecake Cups.

💕 Why you'll love this recipe

• Made from scratch: Simple baking using only real ingredients.
• No water bath needed: When I make New York-style cheesecake, I use a water bath when I want a perfectly smooth top, since I often serve it plain or with different toppings. For this recipe, it isn't necessary, because any little cracks get buried under the Oreo whipped cream.
• The best texture combo: A fudgy brownie base, creamy cheesecake with chunks of Oreos mixed in, plus even more on top!
• Make-ahead friendly: Tastes even better the next day, which makes it perfect for parties or holidays.

What you'll need

Ingredients for the brownie base cheesecake

• Butter: Adds richness and keeps brownies fudgy.
• Unsweetened cocoa powder: I use Dutch-process cocoa for a deeper chocolate flavor.
• Sugar: I use regular granulated sugar.
• Eggs: You'll need 2 eggs.
• Vanilla extract: It boosts the chocolate flavor.
• Flour: All purpose flour works great here.
• Baking powder: It gives the base a slight lift.
• Salt: It balances the sweetness.

Ingredients for the cheesecake layer

• Cream cheese: Use full-fat for the best flavor and texture.
• Greek yogurt: Adds tang, lightness, and structure without the heaviness of cream.
• Sugar: Granulated sugar gives just the right amount of sweetness.
• Eggs: It binds the ingredients together.
• Vanilla extract: It really enhances the overall flavor.
• Oreo cookies: Roughly chopped for the filling and the topping.

See the recipe card at the end of the post for quantities. 👇

Equipment you'll need

• mixing bowls
• hand mixer
• 8-inch (20cm) springform pan
• parchment paper
• whisk
• rubber spatula
• food processor (optional)

How to make Oreo Brownie Cheesecake

Step-by-step Instructions

First, make the brownie base.

Step 1

Melt the butter and then add the cocoa powder and vanilla and whisk to combine. Set it aside to cool.

Step 2

Whisk the flour and the baking powder together in another bowl.

Step 3

In another large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, and salt with a hand mixer for 5-8 minutes.

Step 4

Add the cooled cocoa mixture and beat until it's well-combined.

Step 5

Gently fold in the dry ingredients.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Then bake it until it has just set, but not completely baked through.

Then make the cheesecake filling.

Step 1

Roughly chop 8 Oreo cookies.

Step 2

Beat the cream cheese and the sugar together.

Step 3

Add the Greek yogurt, eggs, and vanilla and mix until just combined.

Step 4

Fold in the chopped Oreo cookies.

Step 5

Pour the filling over the pre-baked brownie crust and smooth it out. Then chop 2 more Oreo cookies and sprinkle them on top. Then bake and chill it.

Right before serving, make the Oreo whipped cream topping.

Step 1

Finely grind some Oreo cookies in a food processor, or crush them in a zip-top bag with a rolling pin instead.

Step 2

Whip the cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla to stiff peaks.

Step 3

Add the finely ground Oreo cookies.

Step 4

Then gently fold the Oreo cookies in the whipped cream with a rubber spatula. Fill a piping bag and pipe swirls on top of the cheesecake or spread it over with the back of a spoon.

Recipe notes

Make-ahead options

Bake a day ahead and refrigerate. Add the Oreo whipped cream topping just before serving.

Storage Tips & Freezing Instructions

• Fridge: Store covered in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
• Freezer: Slice, wrap well, and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.

Variations 

• Extra Crunch Topping: Sprinkle crushed Oreos over the whipped cream topping just before serving for texture.
• Chocolate Drizzle Finish: Drizzle some melted semisweet or white chocolate over the chilled cheesecake for a bakery-style look or use my Homemade Chocolate Syrup recipe.
• Ganache Topping: For an extra decadent finish, spread a layer of chocolate ganache over the chilled cheesecake.